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Crime
RTI Worker Attacked in Maharashtra Over Forced Collection
✍️ Amar Ujala · Maharashtra
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 01:31 PM
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An RTI activist was assaulted in Maharashtra after refusing to comply with a forced collection request, authorities say.
An RTI activist was assaulted in Maharashtra after refusing to comply with a forced collection request, police said.
The attack occurred when the activist was approached by officials demanding money for an alleged service. The assailants struck the activist with a blunt object, causing injuries that required medical attention.
Authorities have launched an investigation and arrested two individuals suspected of involvement. The incident has sparked criticism from civil society groups demanding accountability for abuse of power.
The attack occurred when the activist was approached by officials demanding money for an alleged service. The assailants struck the activist with a blunt object, causing injuries that required medical attention.
Authorities have launched an investigation and arrested two individuals suspected of involvement. The incident has sparked criticism from civil society groups demanding accountability for abuse of power.